About This Role
GEMS Cambridge International School, Abu Dhabi is on the lookout for a passionate and committed Science Teacher (KS3 & KS4) specializing in Physics or Chemistry, to become a part of our educational community starting in August 2026. The ideal candidate will inspire and engage students in Key Stages 3 and 4 by delivering exceptional lessons that spark curiosity, enhance scientific comprehension, and cultivate a passion for learning. This role presents an exciting chance to significantly influence student achievement within a nurturing and collaborative teaching atmosphere.
Overall Function and Purpose
To educate and guide students in accordance with the National Curriculum Framework, under the overall direction of the relevant educational authority. The teacher will assess and teach assigned students based on their educational needs, delivering the appropriate curriculum to ensure academic success for every student while contributing to the broader school community.
Main Responsibilities
- Deliver the prescribed curriculum, demonstrating current and accurate knowledge of subject matter and curriculum requirements.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment that promotes optimal student outcomes.
- Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons tailored to the diverse abilities of all students in the class.
- Teach in alignment with the educational needs, abilities, and achievements of individual students and groups.
- Collaborate with the school development plan and work towards its implementation.
- Assign, correct, and provide feedback on student work while adhering to the school's marking policy.
- Set high expectations for each student and support them in realizing their potential to reflect high standards in their work.
- Assess, record, and report on students' development, progress, attainment, and behavior.
- Analyze data to adapt teaching practices that ensure all learners reach their full potential.
- Provide or contribute to oral and written assessments, reports, and references concerning individual or groups of students.
- Engage in national performance appraisal arrangements for students.
- Promote the overall progress and well-being of individual students, groups, or classes.
- Offer guidance and advice to students regarding educational and social matters, as well as their future educational targets.
- Collaborate and communicate with fellow staff members, including those in positions of special responsibility, as well as parents and guardians.
- Reflect on and evaluate personal teaching and learning strategies in accordance with National Curriculum Framework guidelines to enhance classroom instruction.
- Work with the Head of School, Deputy Heads, Assistant Head Teachers, Heads of Years, Education Officers, and other teachers in developing curriculum design, teaching materials, methodologies, and pastoral care arrangements.
- Uphold high standards of professional practice and quality in teaching and learning within the subject area, engaging in peer review and observation as part of professional dialogue.
- Participate in ongoing professional development (CPD) opportunities and action research initiatives.
- Maintain discipline and order among students under supervision, ensuring their health and safety at all times.
- Report any concerns that may compromise student safety, whether emotional or physical, to the school's safeguarding officer.
- Attend staff and group meetings related to the school curriculum or pastoral care for effective school organization and administration.
- Contribute to the professional development of new and student teachers in accordance with agreements made with the Head of School.
- Provide necessary information to designated school personnel regarding requisitions and arrangements connected to the assigned subjects.
- Ensure the proper care and optimal use of equipment utilized during lessons, ensuring regular servicing and maintenance.
- Safeguard the custody of the laptop, whiteboard.
Apply via the WhatSchool platform.